Can I put peppermint oil on transplanted hair after 3 weeks?

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Hello, I have been transplanted since 3 weeks and in order to favor regrowth and enjoy the other benefits on the scalp I would like to put some peppermint oil on my whole head and so in the transplanted hair (3-8 drops of peppermint oil mixed with a tbsp of coconut or jojoba or olive oil 6x per weeks) as replacement of minoxidil as i don't want to make my hair addicted and dependant on minox. Is it okay after 3 weeks of transplant? Will the hair be strong enough?

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to contact your surgeon for post surgery issues and care since all doctors have slightly different instructions.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

I respect the fact that you want to use a natural product. As long as there isn’t any crusting it will be fine to put oils on your transplanted area. I’m curious to know your results, please let me know. Good luck.

Justin Rome, MD · Answer

As of two weeks after the surgery, you can put any product in your hair your choose to.  The recipient area should be completely healed as the follicles are embedded in your scalp.  Look for the hair to start growing between 3-4 months.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

At 3 weeks your recipient sites should be healed. IF there is no crusting on it, you can put whatever you wish on the grafts

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